Muscular power and maximum oxygen consumption predict bone density in a group of middle-aged men.

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to explore the relationships between several physical performance variables and bone parameters in a group of middle-aged men. METHODS: max, L/min) were evaluated using validated tests. RESULTS: max (L/min) was the strongest determinant of WB BMD, TH BMD and FN BMD. Maximum power was the strongest determinant of total radius BMD. CONCLUSION: max (L/min), lean mass and maximum power of the lower limbs are the strongest determinants of bone variables in middle-aged men.